SALT LAKE CITY

Man injured after vehicle collides with TRAX train

Nov 29, 2022, 9:30 PM

A 78-year-old man is in critical condition after the vehicle he was driving struck a TRAX train Tue...

A 78-year-old man is in critical condition after the vehicle he was driving struck a TRAX train Tuesday afternoon. Photo credit: Derek Petersen, KSL

SALT LAKE CITY — A 78-year-old man is in critical condition after the vehicle he was driving collided with a TRAX train on Tuesday afternoon.

The incident occurred in the area of Decker Lake area of Salt Lake City, roughly 3360 S. 2700 West at 12:15 p.m.

According to Carl Arky, spokesperson for UTA, the man was attempting to turn his vehicle left. However, he turned it into the path of a northbound train. A dog that was in the vehicle was also critically injured. 

The train did not derail. Additionally, none of the riders on the train at the time of the incident were injured. 

The investigation into the incident is ongoing. The identity of the victim has not been released.

UTA urges the public to be mindful of all warning and safety signals. And to observe them when they are in the area of railroad tracks and railroad stations. 

Read more:

We want to hear from you.

Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.

Today’s Top Stories

Salt Lake City

salt lake bees fans come back to smiths ballpark...

Mark Jones

Ballpark Next competition ends, ‘She Plays Here’ design among the winners

One of the winners in the Ballpark Next competition joins Dave and Dujanovic to discuss what the future of Smith's Ballpark may look like.

7 hours ago

Salt Lake City police say one person is in custody and one person was critically injured following ...

Mark Jones

SLCPD: One person in custody following fatal stabbing

SALT LAKE CITY — Salt Lake City police say one person is in custody following a fatal stabbing late Thursday afternoon. Police say they were notified of a stabbing in the area of 1875 S. Redwood Road near the Glendale Golf Course at 5:39 p.m. Once on scene, emergency personnel rendered first aid to the […]

1 day ago

rabies bats...

Mark Jones

Bat found in SLC tests positive for rabies, health expert weighs in

A bat recently found in Salt Lake City has tested positive for rabies. Nicholas Rupp, of the Salt Lake City Health Department, joined KSL NewsRadio to explain why it was tested.

1 day ago

Residents of the Ballpark neighborhood met with Mayor Erin Mendenhall and other community leaders M...

Dan Rascon

SLC Ballpark ‘Next Design’ competition winners announced

The competition that spread across the country asked for designs of what to do with Smith’s Ballpark which will no longer be home of the Salt Lake Bees come 2025.

1 day ago

Nearly a month after being arrested for allegedly driving under the influence, Salt Lake City Counc...

Mark Jones

Salt Lake City councilwoman announces her resignation

Councilwoman Amy Fowler's resignation comes nearly a month after she was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence in Utah County.

3 days ago

Monday marked the 40th anniversary of a significant event in Utah. On May 29, 1983, over 5,000 Utah...

Shelby Lofton

Utah historian uncovers artifacts from 1983 floods

A commemorative book and other "flea market finds" offer a glimpse into the 1983 Utah flood (when State Street turned into a river.)

3 days ago

Sponsored Articles

close up of rose marvel saliva blooms in purple...

Shannon Cavalero

Drought Tolerant Perennials for Utah

The best drought tolerant plants for Utah can handle high elevations, alkaline soils, excessive exposure to wind, and use of secondary water.

Group of cheerful team members high fiving each other...

Visit Bear Lake

How To Plan a Business Retreat in Bear Lake This Spring

Are you wondering how to plan a business retreat this spring? Read our sample itinerary to plan a team getaway to Bear Lake.

Cheerful young woman writing an assignment while sitting at desk between two classmates during clas...

BYU EMBA at the Marriott School of Business

Hear it Firsthand: 6 Students Share Their Executive MBA Experience at BYU’s Marriott School of Business

The Executive MBA program at BYU offers great opportunities. Hear experiences straight from students enrolled in the program.

Skier being towed by a rider on a horse. Skijoring....

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Looking for a New Winter Activity? Try Skijoring in Bear Lake

Skijoring is when someone on skis is pulled by a horse, dog, animal, or motor vehicle. The driver leads the skiers through an obstacle course over jumps, hoops, and gates.

Banner with Cervical Cancer Awareness Realistic Ribbon...

Intermountain Health

Five Common Causes of Cervical Cancer – and What You Can Do to Lower Your Risk

January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness month and cancer experts at Intermountain Health are working to educate women about cervical cancer.

Kid holding a cisco fish at winterfest...

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Get Ready for Fun at the 2023 Bear Lake Monster Winterfest

The Bear Lake Monster Winterfest is an annual weekend event jam-packed full of fun activities the whole family can enjoy.

Man injured after vehicle collides with TRAX train